England has the experience and bowling to defend its crown
1 year, 3 months ago

England has the experience and bowling to defend its crown

The Hindu  

England crossed the final hurdle at the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 against New Zealand in one of the most exciting cricket matches in history. A few of England’s big performers from that title-winning campaign — Joe Root, Ben Stokes, Mark Wood and Adil Rashid — feature in this edition, and will look to recreate the magic. On paper, England boasts of a strong bowling line-up, led by pacers Mark Wood and Chris Woakes, and leg-spinner Adil Rashid. The squad: Jos Buttler, Moeen Ali, Gus Atkinson, Jonny Bairstow, Sam Curran, Liam Livingstone, Dawid Malan, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes, Reece Topley, David Willey, Mark Wood, and Chris Woakes.

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NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: New Zealand crushes England by 423 runs for consolation victory
1 week, 1 day ago

NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: New Zealand crushes England by 423 runs for consolation victory

The Hindu  

New Zealand crushed England by 423 runs on the fourth day of the third test in Hamilton on Tuesday to claim a consolation victory and send Tim Southee out a winner in his final match. Mitchell Santner was named Player of the Match after ripping through the England tail to give New Zealand its biggest-ever win by runs and inflict …

Cricket-New Zealand crush England by 423 runs for consolation victory in Hamilton
1 week, 1 day ago

Cricket-New Zealand crush England by 423 runs for consolation victory in Hamilton

Hindustan Times  

-New Zealand romped to victory by 423 runs after dismissing England for 234 on the fourth day of the third test in Hamilton on Tuesday to claim a consolation victory and send Tim Southee out a winner in his final match. Cricket-New Zealand crush England by 423 runs for consolation victory in Hamilton England, who had already sealed the series …

England loses 3 wickets before lunch and at risk of losing 3rd test against New Zealand
1 week, 1 day ago

England loses 3 wickets before lunch and at risk of losing 3rd test against New Zealand

Hindustan Times  

HAMILTON, New Zealand — Jacob Bethell and Joe Root made half centuries in a 104-run partnership but both fell before lunch Tuesday as England battled to save the third test against New Zealand on the fourth day. England loses 3 wickets before lunch and at risk of losing 3rd test against New Zealand Root was out for 54 after compiling …

NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: NZ power to 340-run lead on Day 2 as England crumbles
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1 week, 3 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: NZ power to 340-run lead on Day 2 as England crumbles

The Hindu  

England’s hopes of a series clean sweep all but evaporated on Sunday as it capitulated on day two of the third Test to trail New Zealand by 340 runs. New Zealand’s controlled strokeplay in the final session was in contrast to chaotic English batting between lunch and tea, where they lost their last eight wickets for 66 runs. Santner reinforced …

England crumble to 143 all out in third NZ Test after O'Rourke blast
1 week, 3 days ago

England crumble to 143 all out in third NZ Test after O'Rourke blast

Hindustan Times  

Pace bowler Will O'Rourke ripped out three key wickets as England crumbled to 143 all out Sunday and leave New Zealand in command of the third Test in Hamilton. England crumble to 143 all out in third NZ Test after O'Rourke blast The tourists lost their last eight wickets for 66 runs to trail by 204 runs in response to …

Cricket-England dismissed with a 204-run deficit after NZ make 347 in Hamilton
1 week, 3 days ago

Cricket-England dismissed with a 204-run deficit after NZ make 347 in Hamilton

Hindustan Times  

-Will O'Rourke and Matt Henry tore the heart out of the England batting order and spinner Mitchell Santner chipped in to help mop up the tail as New Zealand dismissed England for 143 at tea on the second day of the third test in Hamilton on Sunday. Cricket-England dismissed with a 204-run deficit after NZ make 347 in Hamilton England, …

England win toss, bowl in third Test against New Zealand
1 week, 4 days ago

England win toss, bowl in third Test against New Zealand

Hindustan Times  

England captain Ben Stokes won the toss and elected to bowl in warm conditions for the third and final Test against New Zealand in Hamilton on Saturday. HT Image The tourists are chasing a clean sweep after clinching their first series victory on New Zealand soil since 2008 with big wins in Christchurch and Wellington. "We've played some really good …

England clinch series win with 323-run victory against New Zealand in Wellington
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

England clinch series win with 323-run victory against New Zealand in Wellington

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NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Blundell’s century in vain as England beats Black Caps by 323 runs
2 weeks, 3 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Blundell’s century in vain as England beats Black Caps by 323 runs

The Hindu  

England finally faced some resistance from New Zealand in the shape of Tom Blundell’s defiant century but dismissed the Black Caps for 259 to wrap up a thumping 323-run victory on the third day of the second Test on Sunday. New Zealand’s Tom Blundell celebrates his century during play on day three of the second Test against England. He delivered …

England beats New Zealand by 323 runs in 2nd test to take unassailable 2-0 series lead
2 weeks, 3 days ago

England beats New Zealand by 323 runs in 2nd test to take unassailable 2-0 series lead

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — England conquered the Wellington gale Sunday to seal a 323 run win over New Zealand on the third day of the second test and to take a 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Joe Root completed his 36th century as England batted for less than 30 minutes in the morning before declaring with a lead of …

Joe Root century puts England on brink of victory in Wellington
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Joe Root century puts England on brink of victory in Wellington

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England thump New Zealand by 323 runs to win second Test; take series
2 weeks, 3 days ago

England thump New Zealand by 323 runs to win second Test; take series

Al Jazeera  

Visitors secure a 2-0 lead in the three-match series despite Blundell’s defiant century in New Zealand’s second innings. An aggressive England have thrashed New Zealand by 323 runs in the second Test in Wellington to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series after dominating the hosts almost from start to finish. He praised Harry Brook’s “bravery” in his …

England Dismantle New Zealand In 2nd Test; End Day 2 With A Lead Of...
2 weeks, 4 days ago

England Dismantle New Zealand In 2nd Test; End Day 2 With A Lead Of...

ABP News  

NZ Vs ENG, 2nd Test: England stamp their authority on New Zealand in the 2nd Test match, as Day 2 belonged to the Ben Stokes' men right from the word go. At Stumps, Day 2, England hold a massive advantage, as they lead the Kiwis by 533 runs, and carry on from their overnight score of 378/5 in just 76 …

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Atkinson hat-trick, Bethell 98 put England in driver's seat
2 weeks, 4 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Atkinson hat-trick, Bethell 98 put England in driver's seat

India Today  

England continued to assert dominance over New Zealand on Day 2 of the second Test as they finished the day on 378/5 leading New Zealand by 533 runs on Saturday, December 7 at Basin Reserve, Wellington. New Zealand began the day on 86/5 in 26 overs trailing by 194 runs as England continued the momentum from the opening day and …

Cricket-Brook century rescues England again in Wellington
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Cricket-Brook century rescues England again in Wellington

Hindustan Times  

-Harry Brook continued his punishment of New Zealand's bowlers with his second century of the series to push England to 259 for seven at tea on the first day of the second test in Wellington on Friday. Cricket-Brook century rescues England again in Wellington In an echo of last week's first test which England won by eight wickets, Brook and …

NZ vs ENG: Ton-up Harry Brook, bowlers make it England's day in Wellington as Kiwis loosen grip
2 weeks, 5 days ago

NZ vs ENG: Ton-up Harry Brook, bowlers make it England's day in Wellington as Kiwis loosen grip

India TV News  

New Zealand will be ruing their batting show in the final hour as the hosts let the advantage slip and get in England's corner on Day 1 of the second Test in Wellington on Friday, December 6. Despite Harry Brook's, New Zealand didn't take time to clean up England's tail, taking the last four wickets for just 21 runs to …

England announce playing XI for 2nd Test against New Zealand in Wellington, Jacob Bethell retained at No 3 – India TV
3 weeks ago

England announce playing XI for 2nd Test against New Zealand in Wellington, Jacob Bethell retained at No 3 – India TV

India TV News  

England have announced an unchanged playing XI for the second Test against New Zealand as they look to seal the series in Wellington, starting Friday, December 6. Despite calling up Durham wicketkeeper-batter Ollie Robinson to the squad as injured Jordan Cox's replacement, England have opted to stick with the same line-up from the Christchurch win with Ollie Pope batting at …

England beats New Zealand by 8 wickets in first Test, takes 1-0 lead
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

England beats New Zealand by 8 wickets in first Test, takes 1-0 lead

The Hindu  

Brydon Carse’s exceptional 6-42 helped England dismiss New Zealand for 254, securing a comfortable eight-wicket victory in the first Test. England chased down the 104-run target with ease, led by debutant Jacob Bethell’s unbeaten 50 off 37 balls and Joe Root’s 23 in his 150th Test. Despite Daryl Mitchell’s valiant 84, New Zealand’s dropped catches and poor fielding proved costly. …

Chris Woakes puts England in total control over New Zealand after Harry Brook’s 171
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Chris Woakes puts England in total control over New Zealand after Harry Brook’s 171

The Independent  

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NZ vs ENG, 1st Test: England dominates New Zealand through all-round show, remain on verge of victory
3 weeks, 4 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test: England dominates New Zealand through all-round show, remain on verge of victory

The Hindu  

A sustained seam attack by Chris Woakes and Brydon Carse following a belligerent batting effort saw England on the verge of wrapping up the first Test at stumps on day three in Christchurch on Saturday. It was then the turn of England’s seamers as New Zealand’s salvage attempt faltered at the start with Tom Latham caught by Brook for one …

England put foot down to open first innings lead
3 weeks, 4 days ago

England put foot down to open first innings lead

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Cricket-England lose three early wickets after dismissing NZ for 348
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Cricket-England lose three early wickets after dismissing NZ for 348

Hindustan Times  

Nov 29 - England lost Zak Crawley, Jacob Bethell and Joe Root cheaply to reach lunch on 45-3 after finally bowling out New Zealand for 348 on the second day of the first test at Christchurch's Hagley Oval on Friday. Cricket-England lose three early wickets after dismissing NZ for 348 Seamer Brydon Carse took 4-64 and spinner Shoaib Bashir 4-69 …

England rope in uncapped wicketkeeper-batter to replace Cox for remainder of NZ series
3 weeks, 6 days ago

England rope in uncapped wicketkeeper-batter to replace Cox for remainder of NZ series

Hindustan Times  

London, : England have included uncapped wicketkeeper-batter Ollie Robinson as the replacement for the injured Jordan Cox for the remainder of the three-match Test series against New Zealand away from home. England rope in uncapped wicketkeeper-batter to replace Cox for remainder of NZ series Cox fractured his thumb during a warm-up fixture in Queenstown and was subsequently ruled out of …

Despite Kane Williamson's 93, England dominate Day 1 of 1st Test vs New Zealand
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Despite Kane Williamson's 93, England dominate Day 1 of 1st Test vs New Zealand

India Today  

It was quite an intriguing start to the 3-match Test series between England and New Zealand. The Day 1 of the 1st Test witnessed England, led by Ben Stokes, opted to bowl first, banking on the pitch's grassy cover to assist their bowlers. Gus Atkinson justified the decision early by removing Devon Conway in the second over, but New Zealand's …

England Announce Playing 11 For 1st NZ vs ENG Test, Jacob Bethell To Make Debut
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4 weeks, 1 day ago

England Announce Playing 11 For 1st NZ vs ENG Test, Jacob Bethell To Make Debut

ABP News  

Christchurch, Nov 26: England have handed a debut to uncapped youngster Jacob Bethell as they named their playing XI for the opening Test of the three-match series against New Zealand, starting on Thursday at Hagley Oval. ALSO ON ABP Live | BGT 2024-25: Jasprit Bumrah Hails Yashasvi Jaiswal’s 161 As Batter’s Best Knock After India Thump Australia By 295 Runs …

NZ vs ENG: Jacob Bethell handed England Test debut against New Zealand
4 weeks, 1 day ago

NZ vs ENG: Jacob Bethell handed England Test debut against New Zealand

The Hindu  

England’s Jacob Bethell will bat at number three for the first time in First-Class cricket when he makes his Test debut against New Zealand at Christchurch’s Hagley Oval on Thursday. In a rejig forced by the injury to wicketkeeper Jordan Cox, Ollie Pope will take the gloves and drop down the order to bat at six with Bethell coming in …

Inexperienced England fall to West Indies by eight wickets in Antigua
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Inexperienced England fall to West Indies by eight wickets in Antigua

The Independent  

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England thrashed by Pakistan in Test series decider
1 month, 4 weeks ago

England thrashed by Pakistan in Test series decider

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England deploy four spinners and one specialist fast bowler for third Test against Pakistan
2 months ago

England deploy four spinners and one specialist fast bowler for third Test against Pakistan

The Telegraph  

One look at the Rawalpindi square indicates the rationale behind England’s selection of three spinners and only one specialist seamer. Pakistan played a leg-spinner last week, who bowled three or four overs, but you’d rather have it and not need it than need it if not have it.” Analysis: Rehan recall a huge gamble with series on the line This …

England's bowlers toil against Pakistan on opening day of first Test as Shan Masood and Abdullah Shafique both score centuries - with visiting bowling mentor Jimmy Anderson still absent
2 months, 2 weeks ago

England's bowlers toil against Pakistan on opening day of first Test as Shan Masood and Abdullah Shafique both score centuries - with visiting bowling mentor Jimmy Anderson still absent

Daily Mail  

In the City of Saints, England spent the first day of their Test series against Pakistan muttering a quiet prayer. Stand-in England captain Ollie Pope lost the toss and saw his bowlers struggle against Pakistan Shan Masood scored a fabulous 151 before being caught and bowled by spinner Jack Leach England's bowlers toiled in the heat having left their homeland …

England captain Harry Brook calls for patience after second ODI thrashing by Australia and highlights his side's inexperience with a shock Adil Rashid statistic
3 months ago

England captain Harry Brook calls for patience after second ODI thrashing by Australia and highlights his side's inexperience with a shock Adil Rashid statistic

Daily Mail  

In the aftermath of England's 68-run defeat by Australia on Saturday, stand-in captain Harry Brook called for patience, highlighting that Adil Rashid - who has batted at 11 in three of his last four outings - was their highest run scorer in ODI cricket. Stand-in captain Harry Brook called for patience after England's heavy defeat by Australia on Saturday Adil …

England suffer EMBARRASSING defeat by Sri Lanka by eight wickets thanks to Pathum Nissanka's unbeaten century - as hosts' 100% summer record ends
3 months, 2 weeks ago

England suffer EMBARRASSING defeat by Sri Lanka by eight wickets thanks to Pathum Nissanka's unbeaten century - as hosts' 100% summer record ends

Daily Mail  

As Pathum Nissanka cut Shoaib Bashir for four to put the seal on a brilliant century and a stirring Sri Lankan win, it was hard to avoid the thought that England’s Test summer might be remembered, above all, for the one that got away. England succumbed to a hugely embarrassing defeat against Sri Lanka at The Oval as the visitors …

England leave out two senior players as side enter new white-ball era
3 months, 4 weeks ago

England leave out two senior players as side enter new white-ball era

The Independent  

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Harry Brook-Jamie Smith help England take lead over Sri Lanka on Day 2 of 1st Test
4 months ago

Harry Brook-Jamie Smith help England take lead over Sri Lanka on Day 2 of 1st Test

India Today  

Sri Lanka's bowlers put up a spirited fight on the second day of the first Test against England at Old Trafford, keeping the contest finely balanced despite challenging weather conditions. However, half-centuries from Jamie Smith and Harry Brook provided England first innings lead as they recovered from 125 for 4 to close on 259 for 6 by the end of …

England takes first-innings lead over Sri Lanka thanks to unbeaten 72 by Jamie Smith in first test
4 months ago

England takes first-innings lead over Sri Lanka thanks to unbeaten 72 by Jamie Smith in first test

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Wicketkeeper Jamie Smith pushed England into a 23-run first-innings lead over Sri Lanka in the first test on Thursday by hitting 72 not out as his team reached 259-6 before play ended early on a weather-affected Day 2 at Old Trafford. Replying to the Sri Lankans’ 236 all out, England also had 56 from Harry Brook and …

England now have a blueprint to take down Australia: extreme pace
4 months, 3 weeks ago

England now have a blueprint to take down Australia: extreme pace

The Telegraph  

He also enjoyed the extra bounce when presented with the new ball after James Anderson’s retirement. Alongside Wood and Atkinson, England’s third specialist quick against West Indies brought a distinct complementary threat: Chris Woakes, with his mastery of swing, seam and accuracy. The flight, drift, turn and bounce that Shoaib Bashir demonstrated at Trent Bridge and Edgbaston, after not being …

Ben Duckett and Harry Brook shine as England take initiative against West Indies
5 months ago

Ben Duckett and Harry Brook shine as England take initiative against West Indies

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ENG vs WI: Root, Brook guide England to 207-run lead on Day 3
5 months ago

ENG vs WI: Root, Brook guide England to 207-run lead on Day 3

India Today  

England finished Day 3 of the second Test in a commanding position on 248/3 leading by 207 runs in the second innings. With West Indies still 30 runs behind on England’s first innings score at 386/9 in 98.5 overs, the hosts hoped to take a small lead heading into the second innings. Duckett and Pope stabilise England after losing Crawley …

England are all out for 416 on first day of second Test against West Indies, as Ollie Pope stars with 121 runs in dominant batting display
5 months ago

England are all out for 416 on first day of second Test against West Indies, as Ollie Pope stars with 121 runs in dominant batting display

Daily Mail  

Zak Crawley endured a frustrating opening as he was caught off just three balls Ollie Pope starred for the hosts as he went on to score 121 runs in style England were bowled out by West Indies for 416 runs on Day One at Trent Bridge A hundred from Ollie Pope was the centrepiece of an entertaining but error-strewn opening …

England ease to victory in opening ODI against New Zealand
5 months, 4 weeks ago

England ease to victory in opening ODI against New Zealand

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England undercooked but victory over Pakistan highlights their key to T20 World Cup success
6 months, 3 weeks ago

England undercooked but victory over Pakistan highlights their key to T20 World Cup success

The Independent  

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England’s plan to end white-ball rut? Hit as many sixes as possible
7 months ago

England’s plan to end white-ball rut? Hit as many sixes as possible

The Telegraph  

England will put their faith in their six-hitters to lift them out of their white-ball rut when they begin preparations for the Twenty20 World Cup at Headingley. Three of England’s top four scored hundreds in the Indian Premier League and the one who did not, Salt, batted at a blistering strike rate of 182, hitting a six every nine balls. …

'Exposed' England will improve after India drubbing, says McCullum
9 months, 2 weeks ago

'Exposed' England will improve after India drubbing, says McCullum

The Hindu  

England head coach Brendon McCullum said they will have to do some deep thinking about their approach after being "exposed" in the final four matches in India but is convinced their first series defeat under his watch will make them a better side. Their bid to hand Rohit Sharma's side their first test series defeat on home soil since 2012 …

India remain in charge against England despite first-ball magic from Ben Stokes
9 months, 2 weeks ago

India remain in charge against England despite first-ball magic from Ben Stokes

The Independent  

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England spin-bowling coach lauds ‘Freak’ Stokes after wicket on first ball in eight months
9 months, 2 weeks ago

England spin-bowling coach lauds ‘Freak’ Stokes after wicket on first ball in eight months

The Hindu  

Ben Stokes claimed a wicket with his first competitive ball for eight months as he rattled India captain Rohit Sharma’s stumps with a delivery that seamed off the pitch. As the cricket fraternity and the fans lauded Stokes’ effort, England’s spin bowling coach Jeetan Patel called him a ‘freak’. “We all know how we can round our attack out, especially …

England vs India 5th Test: England win toss, elect to bat; Devdutt Padikkal debuts
9 months, 2 weeks ago

England vs India 5th Test: England win toss, elect to bat; Devdutt Padikkal debuts

New Indian Express  

DHARAMSALA: England won the toss and elected to bat against India in the fifth and final Test here on Thursday. India also handed Test debut to Karnataka batter Devdutt Padikkal, who had an excellent 2023-24 domestic season. "Rajat Patidar got hit on his left ankle during Team India's practice session on March 6, 2024. The Teams: India: Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi …

'Results most important currency': Nasser Hussain concerned with England’s results
9 months, 2 weeks ago

'Results most important currency': Nasser Hussain concerned with England’s results

Firstpost  

Former England captain Nasser Hussain has, once again, spoken about the need for the current Test side to translate their exciting brand of cricket into tangible results if they want to recognised amongst the world’s best. Writing for Daily Mail, Hussain said,“For all the good things that this England team have done, right now they sit second bottom in the …

ENGLAND PLAYER RATINGS: Shoaib Bashir flourished as Joe Root played to his strengths - but Ollie Pope, Ben Stokes and Ben Duckett had a Test to forget with the bat
9 months, 4 weeks ago

ENGLAND PLAYER RATINGS: Shoaib Bashir flourished as Joe Root played to his strengths - but Ollie Pope, Ben Stokes and Ben Duckett had a Test to forget with the bat

Daily Mail  

It is a first Test series defeat for England under captain Ben Stokes A second innings collapse from the visitors handed the hosts the victory England succumbed to a first Test series defeat under the leadership of captain Stokes and head coach Brendon McCullum, as India moved into an unassailable 3-1 lead with a five-wicket victory in Ranchi. England have …

England's spin stock on decline as leg-spinner leaves India tour midway to fly back home
10 months ago

England's spin stock on decline as leg-spinner leaves India tour midway to fly back home

India TV News  

England have suffered a major blow in the ongoing Test series against India as their emerging leg-spinner Rehan Ahmed has flown back home due to personal reasons and won't be coming back for the fifth and final Test of the series to be played at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala. Rehan's absence may go on to hurt …

India vs England: For Ben Stokes the innovator, it all boils down to this
10 months ago

India vs England: For Ben Stokes the innovator, it all boils down to this

Hindustan Times  

Twenty-two Tests, seven undefeated series, and it all could unravel in five days. In Joe Root, Jonny Bairstow and Stokes beats the heart of England’s batting. He hasn’t been required to bowl so far but with England finally going with four specialist bowlers, there might arise a need for Stokes to break a partnership, or just give one of his …

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